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CAN U17 preparations: Aiglonnets suffer narrow loss In a crucial friendly encounter as part of their build-up for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations, Mali’s national U17 team, affectionately known as the Aiglonnets, recently competed against Uganda’s U17 squad. The afternoon clash concluded with a tight 1-0 defeat for the Malian side. This important warm-up […]
The first group of three Sénégal fans who were being held in Morocco after the events of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) reached Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD) in Diass this Thursday. Abdoulaye Dieng, Ibrahima Diop, and Aziz Wade touched down at 6:25 PM on a Royal Air Maroc flight, where they were greeted […]
While the people of Togo anxiously await relief from soaring living costs and persistent power outages, President of the Council Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé embarked on a journey to the snow-capped peaks of Kyrgyzstan. This expedition, far from being merely exotic, has stirred a sense of national bewilderment. Between veiled geopolitical maneuvers and a noticeable absence […]
The legal battle between Morocco and Senegal over the CAN 2025 has entered a pivotal phase today. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation is set to submit its defense brief to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), marking a significant development in Senegal’s appeal proceedings. At the heart of this controversy lies the Confederation of […]
In a political maneuver of unprecedented scope, the Ivorian government formally announced the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) during a Council of Ministers meeting held on Wednesday, May 6. This decision marks the end of an institution that has been central to Côte d’Ivoire’s democratic life since 2001, ushering in a period of […]
Senegal U17 team gears up for 2026 CAN challenge with tough group stage The Senegalese U17 national team is set to compete in the 2026 African Nations Cup U17, hosted by Morocco from May 13 to June 2. After their triumph in 2023, the Lionceaux are determined to reclaim their title following a quarterfinal exit […]
In the high-stakes arena of West African geopolitics, timing can make or break nations. The recent decision by the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, all under military leadership, to sever ties with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is increasingly revealing itself as a risky move with limited […]
The President of the Republic of Bénin, Patrice Talon, has been bestowed with a rare and prestigious honor reserved for sitting heads of state. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, the Vodun community in Bénin awarded him the honorary title of « Hounon d’honneur » in recognition of his unwavering commitment to the promotion and preservation […]
On Monday, May 4, 2026, the village of Doungouro, situated in Niger’s Tillabéri region, became the scene of a profound double tragedy. Following a deadly incursion by the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) that claimed the lives of four civilians, the subsequent intervention by the Volontaires pour la Défense de la Patrie (VDP) […]
In the heart of Cotonou, the startup SSaFE is redefining technological boundaries. Led by chemical engineer Marielle Agbahoungbata, the company has developed an innovative filtering robot powered by artificial intelligence. This system is designed to convert contaminated water into a valuable asset while communicating with users in their native dialects. During a recent presentation at […]
Senegal’s U17 team prepares for 2026 CAN Morocco with a balanced 23-player squad Head coach Lamine Sané has unveiled the final 23-man roster for Senegal’s U17 national team, selected to compete in the 2026 CAN U17 Morocco, running from May 13 to June 2. The announcement reflects a strategy balancing experience and talent, ensuring the […]
as far challenges jean-jacques ndala’s appointment for caf champions league final The Moroccan football club, AS FAR, has voiced strong disapproval regarding the selection of referee Jean-Jacques Ndala to officiate the first leg of the CAF Champions League final against Mamelodi Sundowns. With the first leg of the CAF Champions League final scheduled for May […]